JOB SUMMARY
Performs routine technical accounting support work. Work involves performing detailed assignments
in recording, classifying, examining, and verifying financial records, documents, and reports. Works
under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
A. Classifies, codes, posts, and balances financial accounting documents and records in an
automated accounting system; reviews documents for accuracy; prepares cost information,
progress, and other reports; and prepares and verifies accounting data for planning estimates
and budget reports.
B. Provides technical assistance to new employees; and assists in researching discrepancies and
report findings.
C. Assists in preparing and maintain financial records and files to include automated information
systems.
D. Assists with auditing documents to include purchase orders, packing slips, reports, invoices, and
related records.
* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A. Education, Experience, and Training
1. Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
2. Two years full-time, wage-earning accounting, accounting clerical, auditing, or bookkeeping
experience. Thirty semester hours from a college or university accredited by an organization
recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States
Department of Education (USDE) may be substituted for each year of experience on a year-foryear basis.
3. Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include spreadsheet or
database software programs preferred.
Knowledge and Skills
1. Knowledge of automated financial information systems.
2. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the
maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems.
3. Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes preferred.
4. Knowledge of inventory and stock control record keeping preferred.
5. Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures,
rules, and regulations preferred.
6. Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
7. Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the
public.
8. Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
9. Skill in problem-solving techniques.
10. Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand-alone or local area network
environment.
11. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing,
spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs.
12. Skill to prepare and maintain complex records and files in an automated system.
13. Skill in the electronic transmission of communications.
14. Skill to verify and consolidate financial data.
15. Skill to research and resolve discrepancies and inquiries.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS WITH OR WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
A. Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend
repeatedly, climb stairs and ladders, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak,
analyze, alphabetize, lift and carry under 15 lbs., perceive depth, operate a motor vehicle, and
operate motor equipment.
B. Conditions include working inside, working around machines with moving parts and moving
objects, radiant and electrical energy, working closely with others, working alone, working
protracted or irregular hours, and traveling by car, van, bus, and airplane.
C. Equipment (machines, tools, devices) used in performing only the essential functions include
computer and related equipment, calculator, copier, fax machine, telephone, dolly, and
automobile.
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